WhatsApp has rolled out a new feature that simplifies the process of transferring chat histories between devices. CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced the update in a Facebook post, highlighting the enhanced privacy measures of the new feature. As you can see after watching the above video, instead of relying on cloud…
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Zambian fintech startup, Union54 will make a remarkable comeback after a major chargeback fraud incident that led to a temporary halt in its operations. The African startup faced a $1.2 billion chargeback debacle last year, which forced it to cease authorising card payments on June 16 and ultimately shut down…
MTN South Africa is partnering with Meta to provide zero-rated access to Facebook, the popular social media network. The collaboration, announced today, enables MTN subscribers to enjoy up to 15MB of data per day for accessing text and photo content on Facebook without incurring any data charges. This strategic partnership…
BMW Group has today announced its plans to produce the new X3 model at its South African plant starting in 2024. The company will invest 4.2 billion rands (over 200 million euros) to electrify its facility in Rosslyn, marking a significant step towards sustainable and eco-friendly production. Speaking during an…
Zeepay, the Ghanaian fintech startup, has revealed plans to launch its mobile money service in Ivory Coast next month, expanding its operations into a new market. According to CEO Andrew Takyi-Appiah, Zeepay’s remittance services will be available for both sending and receiving transactions in the country. Takyi-Appiah emphasised the meticulous…
Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta, recently announced that WhatsApp Business app users will soon be able to create and run Facebook and Instagram ads directly from the app, without the need for a Facebook account. The announcement aims to simplify the ad-running process across Meta’s platforms and provide smaller firms…
In today’s digital age, the success of any business, especially startups, hinges on its ability to establish a strong online presence and effectively manage public relations (PR) strategies. This holds true for African startups as they navigate the dynamic landscape of entrepreneurship on the continent. With the rapid growth of…
inDrive, an American e-taxi platform, has successfully obtained a license to operate in Kenya after nearly four years since its initial launch in 2019. This marks a significant milestone for the company, as it meets the rigorous regulatory standards set by local authorities. As of November 2022, only five taxi…
Instagram is reportedly testing a new feature that aims to block explicit images in direct message requests. The platform, with over 1 billion users worldwide, plans to roll out this feature once the trial phase is complete. The move comes in response to concerns raised regarding the platform’s failure to…
Android, the mobile operating system developed by Google, is undergoing its first major rebranding exercise since 2019, with a fresh logo and typeface set to make their debut. The rebranding takes place four years after Google introduced its well-known operating system. The new logo and wordmark are anticipated to appear…
TikTok has introduced a new feature called Creative Challenge, providing users with a fresh avenue for collaboration with brands. With this new initiative, TikTok aims to create more opportunities for creators to work together with companies and engage in mutually beneficial partnerships. The ByteDance-owned platform views the Creative Challenge as…
Meta has expanded its Family Center with additional features dedicated to helping parents to monitor and manage their teenage children’s activities on Messenger, which is also shared by Instagram. The company made this known in a blog post on Tuesday, revealing that the initial rollout is available to users in…
Payment methods have evolved over time, offering greater convenience from ancient barter systems to cash, cards, and bank transfers. Continuing the trend of advancements, one of the latest innovations in the realm of payments is virtual cards. These digital counterparts to physical cards offer a seamless way to make transactions…
During the 2023 International Hybrid Symposium on Smart Agriculture held in Abuja, Mr. Kashifu Inuwa, the Director-General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), emphasised the significant role of emerging technologies in transforming the agriculture sector. The symposium, organised by the Federal University Dutsinma (FUDMA) in collaboration with the…
NASA is making significant strides in the field of artificial intelligence (AI) with its development of a ChatGPT-style interface, akin to OpenAI’s ChatGPT, which could transform communication between astronauts and spacecraft. Engineers at a prestigious space agency are developing an advanced system to facilitate natural communication between astronauts and their…
YouTube, the popular video streaming platform, is entering the world of online gaming. Google, YouTube’s parent company, is exploring the potential of gaming as a new source of income, according to recent reports from The Wall Street Journal (WSJ). The company has initiated testing of an online gaming product, as…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) recently issued a circular to all banks and financial institutions, directing them to obtain customers’ social media handles as part of the Know Your Customer (KYC) policy in the financial services sector. This move, outlined in the CBN’s Customer Due Diligence Regulations 2023 report,…
Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg, two prominent figures in the tech industry, have engaged in a playful banter about a hypothetical cage fight between them. While the idea of a physical showdown between the two billionaires may seem far-fetched, the exchange has caught the attention of social media users worldwide.…
Mastercard South Africa and PayU, a subsidiary of Naspers Group, have joined forces to introduce Click to Pay, an advanced payment technology, aimed at expediting online payments in South Africa. PayU recently hosted an exclusive event in partnership with Mastercard to unveil this innovative offering, which is set to make…
Safaricom and Jamii Telecommunication, two prominent telecom operators in Kenya, have joined forces with Chinese mobile devices dealer Shenzhen TeleOne Technology to establish a smartphone assembly factory in the country. The consortium aims to commence operations within the next two months, with the assembly plant being a crucial component of…